Built by Eviation, the zero-emission aircraft is capable of flying just over 400 kilometers at a maximum speed of 481 kmph and carry a load of nearly 1,180 kilos
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Video: Why we still don’t have electric planes
As air travel becomes more harmful to the environment, companies are betting on battery power as a cleaner alternative to jet fuel.
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Video: Why don’t we have electric planes yet?
Electric planes could revolutionise flight, from commuting in air taxis to making regional flights more affordable and long-haul flights more environmentally friendly.
ACCEL
In pictures: Rolls-Royce unveils the world’s fastest electric-powered aircraft
The plane is part of a Rolls-Royce initiative called ACCEL and is a key part of Rolls-Royce’s strategy to champion electrification.
Air Race E
In pictures: World’s first ever electric sport plane at Dubai Airshow
The plane will help shape the model and rules for the inaugural Air Race E race in 2020
Aerospace
Will electric-powered airplanes ever take-off?
Airlines and aircraft makers are acutely aware that they face tougher emissions regulations and potential backlash from climate-conscious customers
Aviation
Emirates president Sir Tim Clark says electric-powered planes ‘pie-in-the-sky’
Emirates president Sir Tim Clark called on authorities to play their part in reducing carbon footprint
Academy of Technical Training
First electric-powered aircraft to take to UAE skies by October
Academy of Technical Training says Alpha Electro aircraft can fly over 13,000 feet for 90 minutes, using two lithium batteries
Aviation
Video: Zunum’s hybrid-electric airplane could be the future of air travel
Aviation start up Zunum is trying to bring electric propulsion to commercial air travel.